Bilingual Economic Mobility Coach & Career Pathways

Xiente; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Xiente in Philadelphia is seeking a bilingual Economic Mobility Career Development Coordinator to empower individuals and families toward economic self-sufficiency through career coaching, job placement support, and education opportunities.

The role involves guiding participants through career exploration, facilitating workshops, building employer and partner relationships, and coordinating services like transportation and childcare to remove barriers to employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services, Social Work, Education, Business Administration, Workforce Development, Counseling, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in workforce development, career services, employment counseling, job placement, case management, talent development, or related human service fields.
• Fluency in both English and Spanish is required. Candidates must be able to effectively communicate, coach, and provide services in both languages.
• Knowledge of career development practices, workforce systems, employment resources, and job search strategies.
• Experience working with individuals from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic data management systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized career coaching, employment counseling, and workforce development support.
• Assist participants with career exploration, goal setting, and development of individualized employment and career advancement plans.
• Conduct assessments to identify participant strengths, interests, skills, and employment barriers.
• Facilitate job readiness workshops covering resume writing, interview preparation, workplace professionalism, communication skills, and effective job search strategies.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local employers to identify employment opportunities and workforce needs.
• Coordinate referrals to supportive services that address barriers to employment, including transportation, childcare, housing assistance, healthcare resources, financial literacy programs, and public benefits.
• Maintain accurate participant records, employment plans, case notes, assessments, and program documentation.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Workforce development

Communication skills

Relationship building

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Electronic data management systems

Job description

Xiente in Philadelphia is seeking a bilingual Economic Mobility Career Development Coordinator to empower individuals and families toward economic self-sufficiency through career coaching, job placement support, and education opportunities.

The role involves guiding participants through career exploration, facilitating workshops, building employer and partner relationships, and coordinating services like transportation and childcare to remove barriers to employment.